Get a Saudi Arabia Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for an Saudi Arabia Visa for Swiss Citizens

  1. Eligibility and Documentation

    The Government of Saudi Arabia utilises an electronic visa issuance system which is the equivalent to a visa, but no stamp or label is placed in the passport.

    To be eligible the traveller must:

    • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds
    • Hold proof of onward/return flights
    • Hold proof of hotel reservation
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination

    To complete the order form the traveller must provide:

    • A photograph
    • A copy of passport information page

    Apply now and complete our order form providing basic travel and personal details. We'll take care of the rest keeping you apprised of your order's progress over email.

  2. Medical Insurance

    The government of Saudi Arabia requires all applications to be submitted with a medical insurance policy from an approved provider. The insurance must be issued by a Saudi-Arabian insurance company. CIBTvisas will obtain the medical insurance policy on your behalf when completing the eVisa registration procedure. The government of Saudi Arabia applies an insurance policy fee of SAR 140, which is included in the visa fee.

  3. Visa Validity

    A Saudi Arabian eVisa is a multiple entry visa with a validity of 1 year and allow for stay of up to 90 days.

  4. Children Under the Age of 18

    Applicants under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by a guardian.

Important Information

Visa Issuance Process

The Embassy of Saudi Arabia requires that all individuals applying for a Saudi visa in Switzerland appear in person to submit their biometric details as part of the visa application process. Applications are accepted at the Embassy by strict appointment only. 

CIBTvisas will provide the following: 

  • Provision of application forms, requirements and instructions on how to obtain your necessary visa 
  • Quality checking of your application and supporting materials to avoid re-booking of appointment
  • Provision of the compulsory appointment for your documents to be submitted to the Visa Application Centre 
The processing time of your visa application starts from the date of the appointment.

Upon receipt of your documents, a CIBTvisas visa specialist will contact you to arrange your appointment. 

The applicants will be required to pay for the visa fee directly to the visa centre by credit card or cash. 

Chamber of Commerce legalisation

You must provide an original Business Introduction Letter from the applicant's Swiss employer. The letter must be legalised by the Chamber of Commerce. CIBTvisas can arrange for the legalisation of your business letter with the local Chamber of Commerce. The current processing time for this service is two working days. If you require urgent processing please inform CIBTvisas. Additional costs apply. Please send your original signed Business letter, so CIBTvisas can assist. A fee of CHF 132 + VAT applies per order plus a charge of CHF 45.00 levied by the Chamber of Commerce.

Upon placing your order, a CIBTvisas visa specialist will contact you directly to talk through the process in more detail and to provide you with everything that you need for your appointment. Please wait until you have been contacted by phone, before you send any documents to CIBTvisas.

Business Travel Requirements for an Saudi Arabia Visa for Swiss Citizens

  1. Copy of Passport Identification Page

    Provide a clear copy of your passport identification page

  2. Proof of Residency

    A copy of the applicant´s Swiss residence permit

  3. Business Introduction Letter

    An original letter of introduction from the applicant's Switzerland employer. This letter must: 

    • Be addressed to the Embassy in Bern/Geneva depending on place of application
    • Be on company letterhead paper
    • Include the name of the applicant
    • State the job title of the applicant as it is stated on the letter of invitation
    • Specify the purpose of journey 
    • Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
    • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
    • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
    • Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department 
    • Be stamped by the local Chamber of Commerce
    Applications submitted to the Saudi Arabian Embassy must have the employer's business letter legalised by the Chamber of Commerce. CIBTvisas provides this service. Email [email protected] or call +41 (0) 22 747 75 20 for further information about the Chamber of Commerce stamp offered by CIBTvisas.

  4. Company Registration Document

    Proof of company registration. This must be provided as : 

    • A copy of the Certificate of Registration of the Saudi Company 
    • A copy of the Certificate of Registration of the Swiss company at the Federal Commercial Registry Office (obtainable at www.zefix.ch)

  5. Letter of Invitation

    A letter of invitation issued by the Saudi Arabia Ministry of Foreign Affairs. A copy is acceptable. This must: 

    • Show the same inviting company name as on the Business Introduction Letter 
    • Have been issued within three months before the visa application date 
    • Be written in Arabic

  6. Visa Application Form(s)

    One fully completed and signed application form

  7. CIBTvisas Order Form

    For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.


    For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.


    Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process. 

  8. Consular Fees

    Applicants are required to pay the fees at the time of appointment when submitting their documents. The total price of your visa will depend on a number of factors, including the nationality of the traveller, the visa type and any additional services used

  9. Medical Insurance

    As mandated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saudi Arabia, all Applicants travelling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are required to obtain a Council of Cooperative Health Insurance (CCHI) approved Medical Insurance Certificate from the VFS TasHeel Visa Application Centre. The cost of the insurance is generated upon receiving the application and has to be paid at the time of the appointment. The cost of the insurance can go up to CHF 250.00. The price depends on the nationality and the age of the applicant.

Saudi Arabia Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Saudi Arabia visa?

    The best time to apply for your Saudi Arabia visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Saudi Arabia visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Saudi Arabia visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.